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First off that's my special man friend with me way back from high school, and been dating now for almost four years now. Yeah he's pretty spectacular, and I love him to pieces, and that's all I have to say about that. I'm a full time college student and working on my gen ed, but I would like to get my bachelor's in gerontology and eventually get my nursing license. In fact I work at a nursing home now as a CNA and I love it so much. Anyways ask questions if you want. I'll try to help you out anyway I can. I love helping people after all. :)
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I am thinking about a career as a CNA, However I am worried about doing the dirty work and whether I can habdle it...
Someone told me home care is a good place to start off and that its mostly dirty work in nursing homes. How do I know if I can overcome this? How did you overcome it? Is it as bad as people say? Do you enjoy your job? Pay?
Sorry for so many questions but I'd like opinions so I know what I may be getting into.
I am a CNA and have been doing this type of work since I graduated high school; for 6 years. Honestly you just have to have a good heart and enjoy helping people. Also keep in mind that you are doing a good thing and treat people like you would like for them to treat you if you needed care and were dependent on others. I've always dreamed of being a nurse and helping others; currently enrolled in nursing school at the moment. Honestly the work is not for everyone. You gotta be prepared to work a lot of hours; if somebody doesn't show up you might have to stay. Also just like any job there will always be people you don't necessarily like working with. I overcame it by keeping in mind that I'm doing good, honest work, and honestly I just enjoy working with others. Your making a difference in people's lives for the better. I very much enjoy the work of being a CNA, and it can be bad but every job can be bad. You get over the icky stuff pretty quick if you stick with it. The pay is not that great but everyone knows aides never get paid well. I suggest trying it out, if it's not for you don't just walk out the middle of the shift, and if you do plan on it at least tell management or the charge nurse first before you do so. Just be honest with them and tell them it's not for you. They will appreciate the honesty. And as for the person below, you don't actually give meds as a CNA. Have to have your level one med aide certificate, CMT, or nursing license for that. Also, to actually become a CNA it's a course they they will make sure you are thoroughly prepared for. It's a 3-4 mth course that teaches you how to do things the correct way. Best of luck to you.
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dottie4
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